Friday, January 30, 2015

What to see in Slovenia

If your time is very limited and you wanted to get best of Slovenia then this article is the right for you. I prepared a short list of places worth to see in Slovenia. I assumed that you are interesting in everything so not just nature or just towns or just shopping.

Ljubljana

When I walk in Ljubljana I see a lot of tourists so I can confirm that Ljubljana is the most visited place in Slovenia except maybe during summer holidays. Ljubljana is a nice small capital where you can see almost everything on your feet. So you don't need to worry about local transport, taxi drivers, etc.

In Ljubljana you should take time to visit:

the old town center around the Ljubljanica River - There you will find many small bridges for walkers, bars, restaurants, small shops, etc. You should see famous Triple Bridge, take a boat on Ljubljanica River, visit some museum, church, etc.

Ljubljana Castle - You can't miss it because it is on the hill above the old town centre. There are many ways to come to the castle. If you don't like to walk uphill you can use funicular. Don't forget to climb on the tower where is wonderful view of Ljubljana and far neighbourhood.

Tivoli Park - It's a nice escape in the nature despite it is just a few minutes from the old town centre. If you wish you can climb on hill above the Tivoli Park. Not so far away is Ljubljana ZOO.

Bled

Bled with its lake and castle about it is one of the most beautiful places in Slovenia and also in the world.

Bled offers you a lot of thing to do. I would mention some of them:

Lake Bled - Walk around the Lake Bled. It is about 6 kms of easy path just near the lake so you will have wonderful view of the lake and island. In summer times you can refresh in the lake.

Bled Castle - It is located on the rocky hill above the lake. You can come to the castle with car but I suggest you to walk. Inside the castle is restaurant and museum. And there is also amazing view of the lake and surrounding.

Bled Island - Visit Bled Island with special boat called "Pletna" or even better rent a boat. Don't forget to ring a bell in the church.

Spas - You can visit some spa where offers massages or sauna centres.

Hills around lake - Climb on some hill around the lake like Straza, Osojnica or Ojstrica. There are wonderful views and really worth to see.

Piran

Piran is probably the most scenic town in Slovenia. It is old mediterranean town with old buildings, narrow streets.

There are many things to do there:

Tartini Square - The main square with beautiful buildings all around.

Discover old narrow streets

Town Walls - Climb on town walls above the city. You will be rewarded with amazing views on town and sea.

Visit some church, the biggest is St. George Church above the town

In summer you can find places to swim

Postojna Cave

Postojna Cave is the world famous cave. It is the biggest Slovenia attraction so you should see it at least once.

First part of the visit is amazing train ride where you can see underground world with nice stalactites. Don't forget to see also the human fish. Don't worry about your look, human fish can't see you cause it is blind. If you visit Postojna Cave I would highly recommend to see also Predjama Castle.

Velika Planina

Velika Planina is maybe not so famous but I love it. See why ...

There are special pastoral cottages and behind you can enjoy in views of Alps. It is great place for families to walk around meadows and breath fresh mountain air.

Above is just a short list of places but Slovenia offers much more.
Here you can find more Highlights of Slovenia.